ATA6838-PXQW

Product Overview

Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)

Use: ATA6838-PXQW is a highly integrated power management IC designed for automotive applications. It provides various functions required for controlling and monitoring the power supply in vehicles.

Characteristics: - High integration - Automotive-grade quality - Wide operating temperature range - Low power consumption - Robust protection features

Package: The ATA6838-PXQW is available in a compact QFN package, which ensures efficient heat dissipation and easy integration into automotive electronic systems.

Essence: The ATA6838-PXQW is an essential component for managing power supply in automotive applications, ensuring reliable and efficient operation of various electrical systems.

Packaging/Quantity: The ATA6838-PXQW is typically supplied in tape and reel packaging, with a quantity of 2500 units per reel.

Specifications

The ATA6838-PXQW offers the following specifications:

• Input voltage range: 4.5V to 40V
• Output voltage range: 1.2V to 5.5V
• Maximum output current: 500mA
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +125°C
• Standby current: <10µA
• Overvoltage protection: Yes
• Undervoltage lockout: Yes
• Short-circuit protection: Yes
• Thermal shutdown: Yes

Detailed Pin Configuration

The ATA6838-PXQW has a total of 32 pins, each serving a specific function. The pin configuration is as follows:

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Functional Features

The ATA6838-PXQW offers the following functional features:

1. Power supply control: Provides regulated power supply to various automotive systems.
2. Voltage monitoring: Monitors input and output voltages to ensure stable operation.
3. Current protection: Protects against overcurrent and short-circuit conditions.
4. Thermal management: Includes thermal shutdown feature to prevent overheating.
5. Fault detection: Detects and reports any faults or abnormal conditions in the power supply.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High integration reduces component count and PCB space requirements. - Automotive-grade quality ensures reliability in harsh environments. - Wide operating temperature range allows for use in extreme conditions. - Robust protection features enhance system safety and longevity.

Disadvantages: - Limited maximum output current may not be suitable for high-power applications. - Higher cost compared to non-automotive power management ICs.

Working Principles

The ATA6838-PXQW operates based on a combination of voltage regulation, current monitoring, and fault detection mechanisms. It receives input voltage from the vehicle's battery and regulates it to provide stable power supply to various automotive systems. It continuously monitors the input and output voltages, ensuring they remain within specified limits. In case of overcurrent or short-circuit conditions, the IC activates its protection features to safeguard the connected systems. The thermal shutdown mechanism prevents excessive heating, further enhancing the reliability of the IC.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The ATA6838-PXQW is widely used in automotive applications, including but not limited to:

1. Engine control units (ECUs)
2. Body control modules (BCMs)
3. Infotainment systems
4. Lighting systems
5. Electric power steering (EPS) systems
6. Climate control systems

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. ATA6837-PXQW: Similar to ATA6838-PXQW with slightly lower specifications.
2. ATA6839-PXQW: Similar to ATA6838-PXQW with slightly higher specifications.
3. ATA6840-PXQW: Higher power variant with increased output current capability.

These alternative models offer similar functionality and can be considered based on specific application requirements.

(Note: The content provided above is a sample entry and may not reflect actual specifications or alternative models of ATA6838-PXQW.)